Wyoming Traffic Ticket Penalties

Similar to traffic ticket fines, traffic ticket penalties are the same throughout the state. The most common penalties include license suspension and revocation.

WY Driver's License Suspension, Revocation, and Cancellation

License Suspension: Wyoming has two types of suspension: Mandatory, which lasts for a specific amount of time, and indefinite, which has no definite end date. Which one applies, as well as eligibility for a probationary driver's license, depends on the violation and the suspension type.

License Revocation: License revocation is the equivalent of license cancellation. You can apply to have them reinstated, but you must undergo an investigation after you finish the revocation period.

License Cancellation: In Wyoming, license revocations are considered license cancellations. However, there are times when the state might cancel a driver's license due to issues unrelated to violations, such as providing false information during the application process.

“Losing the Privilege to Drive" in the Driver License Manual explains how a person can lose his license to suspension and revocation.

Examples include certain moving violations, and violations involving:

DWUI offenses.

Leaving the scene of an accident.

Reckless driving.

Homicide by vehicle.

Commission of a felony related to operating the vehicle.

Driving Record Suspensions

Wyoming doesn't use a point system, but the state does record each moving violation on your driving record; if you accumulate 4 violations within 12 months, the state will suspend your license for 90 days.

Each subsequent violation carries an additional suspension of 90 days.

Penalties for Drivers Younger than 21

For quick reference, note that if you're younger than 21 years old, the most common concerns are driving while under the influence (DWUI) and having any of your restricted license privileges suspended.

DWUI

For drivers younger than 21 years old, DWUI means operating a motor vehicle with a BAC of 0.02% or higher.